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W899 NLK

2000 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

56,903 mi
Last recorded56,903 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl66,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW899 NLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 56,903 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 56,736 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 56,569 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 56,133 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 56,129 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,720 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 55,716 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 55,436 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge slightly (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Oil leak small ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 53,886 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very slight (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2014 52,906 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 51,666 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 49,697 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 47,444 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 45,614 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 44,156 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 41,612 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 38,281 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 34,013 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 31,796 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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W899 NLK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 66,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W899 NLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W899 NLK registered?

W899 NLK is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W899 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W899 NLK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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